A few weeks ago, the popular ‘80s-centric podcast 1980s Now interviewed me about Danger Peak, the writing process, and the eternal question, “Why the ‘80s?” This is by far the biggest podcast that ever interviewed me. (No offense to the others.) 1980s Now is both a Top 200 Comedy podcast and Top 200 T.V. and Film podcast. That’s more than impressive considering there are literally over 5 million podcasts currently streaming. (I Googled it.) Also, they interviewed the likes of Ernie Hudson (Winston from Ghostbusters!), Cassandra Peterson (Elvira herself!), Dee Wallace (E.T.’s Mom!), and Sir Mix-A-Lot (the “Baby Got Back” guy!). And now they’re interviewing little, ol’ me, an indie author with a barely read blog. I feel seen!
Honestly, I thought I was shooting for the stars when I approached this podcast, so imagine my surprise when they not only agreed to the interview, but when I told host Will Padilla I would send him a free copy of Danger Peak, he responded with, “I already bought it months ago.” I almost replied with a dorky, “You mean you’ve heard of it??” Sometimes I forget that this book exists outside the tiny universe of my friends and family. Also, after all the interviews I’ve had in the past year about Danger Peak, it was beyond refreshing to be interviewed by someone who’s actually read my book.
In the 30-something-minute interview, you’ll hear us talk about the inspirations behind Danger Peak (which, if you’ve been paying ANY attention to this blog, you already know), growing up in the ‘80s, and being influenced by the “pop-culture soup.” Plus, you’ll get a sneak peek at the plot of my next novel (finally!). Also, I cry! Don’t believe me? Listen to the show!
Here is a link to the awesome 1980s Now website:
And here is a direct link to my episode:
Finally, here is the video interview on YouTube:
In other news: For those not following my social media accounts, Danger Peak was the second best-selling coming-of-age novel on Amazon this past Saturday, July 8th.
This is the farthest the book has ever climbed, and while it sorta stings that I didn’t make it to number one (so close!), I’d like to give a shout-out to anyone reading this who has bought my book and helped bring it to one spot away from the mountaintop.
MTP
P.S.: Next week’s blog: Another Special Announcement
P.P.S.: Danger Peak is now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble:
Michael Thomas Perone 
One response to “The 1980s Now Podcast Interviewed Me About Danger Peak, My Next Book, and the ‘80s of It All”
[…] Loyola Magazine Interviewed Me About Danger Peak (and a little scandalous backstory) “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” vs. “Snoopy the Musical” The Books That Make You Podcast Interviewed Me About Danger Peak and Writing in General The Five Songs That Explain What My Next Novel Is About The 1980s Now Podcast Interviewed Me About Danger Peak, My Next Book, and the ‘80s of It All […]
LikeLike